Southwest Chicken Black Bean Soup Recipe 🥣
Overview:
An enticing fusion of tender chicken, hearty black beans, and vibrant Southwestern flavors, this Southwest Chicken Black Bean Soup promises a delightful culinary journey. Perfect for chilly winter nights or as a quick weeknight meal, it’s both wholesome and bursting with zesty goodness. With a thick, aromatic broth and a medley of spices, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 567
- Fat Content: 11.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 72.6mg
- Sodium Content: 833.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 68.2g
- Fiber Content: 23.5g
- Sugar Content: 3.3g
- Protein Content: 50.3g
Ingredients:
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 cans black beans
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 onion
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- Seasoned salt
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon tarragon
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a medium-sized skillet, cook the chicken seasoned with seasoned salt until it’s fully cooked and no longer pink. Dice the chicken and set it aside. |
| 2 | Finely chop the green and red bell peppers, onion, and jalapeño slices, either using a food processor or chopping by hand for larger pieces. Combine all the peppers, onion, and jalapeño in a bowl and add lemon juice and a pinch of salt. |
| 3 | Melt margarine in a large stock pot. Sauté the pepper and onion mixture until it becomes soft and translucent. |
| 4 | Add the can of crushed tomatoes to the pot, stirring well to combine. |
| 5 | Pour in the three cans of black beans, making sure not to drain them. |
| 6 | Carefully add the cooked chicken to the pot, followed by the chicken broth. Stir everything together gently. |
| 7 | Season the soup with a bay leaf, about a teaspoon of seasoned salt, tarragon, oregano, and a pinch of cinnamon. |
| 8 | Allow the soup to simmer gently until the flavors meld together and the peppers and onions become tender, approximately one hour. |
| 9 | Serve piping hot and garnish with your favorite toppings, if desired. Enjoy with your preferred accompaniments. |
Serving Suggestion:
For a complete meal experience, serve this Southwest Chicken Black Bean Soup with a side of crusty bread, tortilla chips, or over a bed of fluffy rice. Pair it with Recipe #43730 for an unforgettable dining adventure!
